The FC Barcelona, despite having one of the most privileged and talented midfields in the world, with several players currently performing at a high level and showing potential to be 'top,' is clear that if an opportunity in the market arises that seems very attractive to strengthen this area of the field, they will take advantage of it.
In this regard, a name that is apparently gaining strength as a potential candidate to strengthen Barcelona's midfield is Jerdy Schouten, a midfielder who is making a name for himself in Dutch football. It appears that the Catalan team is closely monitoring the situation of this 27-year-old midfielder, considering him as a possible addition to provide greater depth to their midfield.
At this point, Barcelona's main interest in Jerdy Schouten would lie in the fact that, as reported by the media outlet 'TuttoMercatoWeb,' the current financial situation of PSV Eindhoven could lead the Dutch club to list Spijkenisse's player as one of the transferable players. Furthermore, 'TMW' suggests that the Dutchman's release clause, who is under contract with the 'Granjero' outfit until 2028, could be attractive, as it could be around 30-35 million euros, based on his market value.
The arguments 'supporting' Jordy Schouten's signing for Barcelona
In this context, the acquisition of Jerdy Schouten could be valued for the profile of midfielder he can offer, excelling not only as a defensive midfielder with good defensive qualities but also as a playmaker and natural ball retriever, with excellent physical presence. All this without neglecting the tactical and technical aspects required to control the ball and move it from the defensive to offensive areas, essential skills for a midfielder in the Barcelona team.
It will be interesting to see how this transaction unfolds, as while the market valuation of the midfielder may be 30 million euros, the possibility that PSV demands a significantly higher amount for a player who has become one of the most attractive in Dutch football cannot be ruled out. Under this premise, Barcelona's interest could change, as while there is an expectation to strengthen its midfield, it is also evident that, if no reinforcements are made, the Catalan team has a sufficiently large squad to avoid significant setbacks.